Light steel framed housing
Publication ED012
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Series
Publication
Abstract
Highlights the benefits of using light steel framing and modular construction for housing and residential building. Reviews basic principles of design and looks at application, technical details and form of construction in private and social housing, housing associated with mixed use developments, key worker accommodation, care homes and sheltered housing and extensions to existing houses.
Author
Lawson, R. M.
History
Part of the Light steel framing and modular construction series.
Subjects
- Building systems/frame
- Building structure
- Steel building systems/frame
- Metal sections/other items
- Steel
- Building types
- Housing/residential facilities
- Materials
Publisher History
With over 30 years experience, the Steel Construction Institute provide technical expertise and best practice to the steel construction sector.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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